Whirlpool LT5009XM User Manual
use&care guide
WASHER • DRYER
Models LT5005XM
LT5009XM
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Parts and features
MODE
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AND SERIAL
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Rt move the Consumer Buy
Gui< e label. It will be easier
to rt move before the
was ler • dryer is used
Yc J should wipe out the
was ler basket ahd dryer
drur I with a damp cloth be
fore using to remove dust
iron storing or shipping.
Copy your Model and Serial INum lers here
When you need service or call with a
question, have this information ready:
1. Complete Model and Serial Num
bers (from the plate located as
shown).
2. Purchase date from sales slip
Copy this information in these spaces
Keep this book, your warranty and sales
slip together in a handy place There
is no warranty registration to return.
Proof-ot-purchase is all that is required
for in-warranty service.
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Comf ete Model Number
Comp ete Serial Number
Purch se Date
i Company and
Servie
Dne Number
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Contents
Your Responsibilities..
Safety
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Before Using Your
Washer • Dryer
WASHER
Starting Your Washer. .
What Happens in Each
Cycle
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Other Operating
Instructions
Cleanirig the Lint Filter . ... 10
DRYER
Starting Your Dryer
Operating Instructions .. 12
Selecting a Cycle
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Drying Tips......................... . 14
Lint Screen
Lint Removal
WASHER • DRYER
Caring for Your
Washer* Dryer
Cleaning Dryer Interior .
Vacation Care
Winterizing
If You Need Service or
Assistance..........................
1. Before Calling for
Assistance....................
2. If You Need Assisfance
3. If You Need Service ..
4. If You Have a Problem . 19
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Your responsibilities
Read this "Use and Care Guide "and your "Laundry Guide'"
carefully for important use and safety information.
You are personally responsible for installation. Have your
washer / dryer installed by a qualltied installer and make sure that
it has been. .
1. Installed exactly according to the'"lnstallation Instructions,"
including...
• proper electrical supply,outlet and grounding; •
• proper water supply, plumbing fixfuresand drain;’
• proper dryer exhausting system •
2. Installed and leveled in a room where ...
• there is adequate ventilation and protection from weather;
• the floor is strong enough to support the weight;
• The temperature is above 45 F (7 2 C) because
- the dryer will not operate properly at cold temperatures.
- freezing temperatures can damage the washer
' Refer to the “Installation Instructions” tor complete intormation.
You are personally responsible for proper use of your
washer/dryer. You must be sure that if is .
1. Used only by those who understand how to operate it properly.
2. Properly maintained and used only for jobs expected of home
washers and dryers.
You are personally responsible for the sate use of your
washer/dryer.
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DO NOT try to service
this appliance unless it
is unplugged or the
electrical power has
been turned off.
HAZARDOUS FUMES
can be formed if
chlorine bleach Is
used in the same wash
as ammonia or acids
such as vinegar or
rust remover.
• FOR YOUR SAFETY •
DO NOT STORE OR USE
GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE VAPORS AND
LIQUIDS IN THE VICINITY
OF THIS OR ANY OTHER
APPLIANCE.
DO NOT let dust, lint,
paper, rags, chemicals,
etc., pile up around or
under the appliance.
DO NOT install the ap
pliance against drapes
or curtains.
SPECIAL CAUTION: If hot water
has not been used recently (usu
ally two weeks or longer), flam
mable hydrogen gases may build
up in the water heater and hot
water pipes. To prevent injury or
damage, turn on all hot water
faucets and allow water to run
for several minutes. This will
allow gases to escape. Do not
smoke or use any open flame
near the faucet while it is open.
NEVEIf put your hands
into the washer until
all metion stops. If the
lid Is epened while the
basket is spinning, the
basket will automat.cally stop in a few
seconds.
NEVER operate the
appliance if ...
• it is not working right,
• it is damaged,
• parts are missing,
• all panels are not in
place.
FIRE HAZARD and
DAMAGE to some ma
terials can result from:
• drying heat-sensitive
fabrics with heat (see
page 13)
• operating the dryer
with the lint screen
loose, damaged or
missing
• allowing lint to build
up inside the dryer
(see page 15).
DO NOT allow children
to operate or ploy
with the washer.
ALWAYS store de
tergent, laundry aids
and other materials in
a cool, dry place
where children can't
reach them - in a
locked cabinet, it
possible. •
DO NOT machine wash
or dry glass fiber mate
rials. Small particles
can stick to fabrics
washed and dried in
following loads and
cause skin irritation.
ALWAYS read and
follow instructions on
packages of detergent
and laundry aids especially warnings
and precautions
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Before using your
THIN TWIN
washer • dryer
For best washing and drying results, you must take some very important
steps before, during and after each load:
1. Prepare and sort each load for washing ("Laundry Guide," pages 4-5).
2. Measure and add detergent or soap to washer ("Laundry Guide," pages
9-10).
3. Load the washer properly ("Laundry Guide," pages 6-7),
4. Select the water temperature, load size and cycle recommended for the
fabrics before starting the washer ("Use and Care Guide," pages 6-7).
5. Add other laundry aids to the washer according to instructions ("Laundry
Guide,’’ pages 11-13).
6. Properly sort the load for drying ("Laundry Guide, ” pages 18-19).
7. Select the right drying cycle and time for the fabrics (’’Use and Care
Guide, ” page 12-13)
8. Remove and hang or fold items Immediately after drying.
Service or performance problems caused by the use of any product
not manufactured by Whirlpool Corporation are the responsibility ot
the manufacturer ot that product.
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Starting your washer
Before starting your washer: ^
1 Measure and add detergent
2, Place sorted load In washer,
3 Start washer.
Select a
1. LOAD SIZE
2. TEMPERATE RES
r
• Turn the knob to point at a setting
thatdescribesthesizeofload you
want to wash
• The water level can be set for EX
SMALL, MEDIUM or LARGE loads
Select the water level that
matches the load size
See your "Laundry Guide" for details
on load sizes.
LOAD SIZES AND WATER LEVELS
For best cleaning results, the
load must be able to move freely
In the water Too big a load or too
little water can cause wear or
tearing of load Items.
DO NOT
OVERLOAD WASHER.
• Match the wash water temperature
to the type of fabrics and soils being
washed.
Recommended wash temperatures
can be found in your "Laundry Guide"
LARGE
(11 9 gals 45 1 L
MEDIUM
(9 6 gals 36 3 L)'
EX-SMALL
(7 3 gals 27 7 L)'
'Approximate (ill with load
Select WATER
hot warm
cold cold
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